Timur
Timur is a Muslim boy name of Turkic origin, meaning “Iron; strength”.
| Meaning | Iron; strength |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Written as | تیمور |
| Pronunciation | tee-MOOR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Central Asia, Pakistan, Caucasus, Russia |
Meaning and origin of Timur
Timur is the Turkic word for iron, and it suggests toughness and endurance. The name owes its renown to Timur, also known as Tamerlane, a fourteenth-century Central Asian conqueror; the Mughal emperors of India were among his descendants. It is still widely used in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Tatarstan and among the Turkic peoples of Russia. Pakistani parents usually write it Taimur.
Is Timur a Muslim name?
Its origin is Turkic, not Arabic, but Muslims across Central and South Asia have given the name to their sons for centuries.
How popular is Timur?
It is common in Central Asia, the Caucasus and among Tatars, with Taimur the usual spelling in Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Timur
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Timur mean?
Timur means 'Iron; strength'. It is of Turkic origin.
Is Timur a Muslim name?
Its origin is Turkic, not Arabic, but Muslims across Central and South Asia have given the name to their sons for centuries.
How do you pronounce Timur?
Timur is pronounced tee-MOOR.
Is Timur a boy or girl name?
Timur is usually a boy name.